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Frigidaire FGEC3048US User Manual

Frigidaire FGEC3048US
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All about the
Use & Care
www.frigidaire.com USA 1-800-944-9044 www.frigidaire.ca Canada 1-800-265-8352
of your Cooktop
A01704202 Rev C (Oct2018)
CTABLE OF CONTENTS
Product Record and Registration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Important Safety Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Before Setting Surface Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Setting Surface Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Care and Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Before You Call . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
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Frigidaire FGEC3048US Specifications

General IconGeneral
Stylesmoothtop; drop-in
Colorstainless steel
Griddleno
Glass Surfaceyes
Inductionno
Number of Burners4
Downdraft Ventno
Control Typeknobs
Fuelelectric
Voltage240/208 volts
Current40
Weight and Dimensions IconWeight and Dimensions
Depth21 3/8 inch
Height5"; 2 5/8 inch; 2 5/8"
Width30 5/8 inch
Cutout Depth19 5/8 inch
Cutout Width28 1/2 inch

Summary

PRODUCT RECORD AND REGISTRATION

Customer Support Information

Details on how to get help, including Frigidaire's website and phone number for assistance.

Product Registration

Instructions for registering your Frigidaire appliance online or via mail for enhanced service.

Appliance Identification Numbers

Space to record model and serial numbers essential for warranty claims and service.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Safety Symbol Definitions

Explanation of safety alert symbols (Warning, Caution, Important, Note) used throughout the manual.

Warning Statements Explained

Definition of WARNING, indicating potential hazards that could cause death or serious injury.

Caution Statements Explained

Definition of CAUTION, indicating potential hazards that could cause minor or moderate injury.

Important Notes Explained

Definition of IMPORTANT notes, providing non-hazard related installation, operation, or maintenance information.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Unpacking and Installation Safety

Essential safety precautions for unpacking and installing the appliance, including handling packaging materials.

Grounding Instructions

Critical guidelines for proper appliance grounding to prevent electrical shock and fire hazards.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Appliance Usage Safety

General safety guidelines for operating the appliance, covering storage and child safety.

Storage and Child Safety

Warnings against storing flammable items near the appliance and ensuring children do not play around it.

Cooking Safety Precautions

Safety advice for cooking, including handling hot grease, wearing appropriate apparel, and avoiding hot surfaces.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Power Failure Safety Precautions

Instructions for safe operation during power failures and after power restoration.

Radiant Cooktop Operation Safety

Guidelines for safe use of radiant cooktop elements, including pan placement and size.

Glass and Ceramic Cooktop Safety

Safety advice for glass and ceramic cooktops, focusing on handling broken surfaces and cleaning.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Appliance Cleaning Safety

Safety steps before cleaning, handling cleaning agents, and cleaning ventilating hoods.

Service and Maintenance Safety

Guidelines for safe servicing and maintenance, emphasizing qualified technicians and emergency power disconnection.

California Proposition 65 Notice

Notice regarding substances known to cause cancer or reproductive harm in California.

BEFORE SETTING SURFACE CONTROLS

Proper Cookware Selection

Recommendations for choosing cookware that ensures optimal heat transfer and protects the cooktop surface.

Cookware Material Types

Overview of common cookware materials and their heating properties for cooktop use.

Cookware Usage Restrictions

Important warnings against placing empty aluminum, glass, or porcelain-enamel cookware on the cooktop.

BEFORE SETTING SURFACE CONTROLS

Ceramic Glass Cooktop Details

Information on the ceramic glass cooktop design, element outlines, and initial cleaning cream application.

Cooktop Usage and Handling

Prohibitions against using the cooktop as a work surface or dropping heavy objects on it.

Radiant Surface Element Operation

Explanation of how radiant surface elements heat up, cycle, and retain heat for efficient cooking.

Hot Surface and Flammable Item Safety

Cautions about hot surfaces after use and keeping flammable items away from elements.

BEFORE SETTING SURFACE CONTROLS

Indicator Lights Explained

Explanation of the 'ELEMENT ON' and 'HOT SURFACE' indicator lights for operational awareness.

Ceramic Cooktop Element Types

Description of single radiant, dual radiant, and Quick Boil elements found on ceramic cooktops.

BEFORE SETTING SURFACE CONTROLS

Radiant Surface Element Locations

Diagrams illustrating the layout of radiant surface elements on different Frigidaire cooktop models.

SETTING SURFACE CONTROLS

Single Radiant Element Operation

Step-by-step instructions for operating single radiant surface elements and using control knobs.

Suggested Radiant Element Settings

Table of recommended heat settings for common cooking tasks with medium-weight pans.

Radiant Element Safety Cautions

Safety warnings regarding hot surfaces after use and preventing fires from flammable items near elements.

SETTING SURFACE CONTROLS

Dual Radiant Element Operation

Instructions for using dual radiant elements, including control knob operation for inner and outer elements.

Dual Element Safety Cautions

Safety warnings for dual radiant elements concerning hot surfaces and flammable items.

SETTING SURFACE CONTROLS

Keep Warm Feature Operation

Guidance on using the 'Keep Warm' feature, including food preparation and covering.

Keep Warm Zone Settings

Recommended heating levels for various food items when using the keep warm zone.

Keep Warm Zone Safety Cautions

Safety advice for the keep warm zone, including non-glowing elements and avoiding flammable items.

SETTING SURFACE CONTROLS

Home Canning Procedures

Instructions and recommendations for safe home canning using the cooktop.

CARE AND CLEANING

Cooktop Maintenance Guidelines

Essential steps for maintaining the ceramic glass cooktop, including initial cleaning and scratch prevention.

Cleaning Safety Precautions

Safety steps before cleaning, handling cleaning agents, and providing adequate ventilation.

Cleaning Product Restrictions

Warning against using abrasive cleaning pads or products not specifically designed for ceramic glass cooktops.

CARE AND CLEANING

Cooktop Cleaning Instructions

Detailed steps for cleaning the cooktop, addressing light and heavy soil, and handling hot surfaces.

Aluminum Foil Usage Warning

Warnings about potential fire hazards and damage from using aluminum foil on the cooktop.

BEFORE YOU CALL

Troubleshooting Common Problems

A guide to resolving common cooktop issues to save time and expense on service calls.

Specific Cooktop Issues

Detailed troubleshooting steps for cooktop problems like heating, discoloration, scratches, and metal marks.

WARRANTY

Warranty Exclusions

List of items and conditions explicitly excluded from the appliance's limited warranty coverage.

Warranty Disclaimers and Limitations

Legal information on implied warranties, remedies, and limitations on consequential damages.

Obtaining Warranty Service

Instructions on how to contact Electrolux for warranty service and the importance of keeping records.

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